The Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR) has reminded the public to observe proper sanitary practices when handling and preparing food following report of novel coronavirus allegedly found on the packaging of imported seafood that arrived at the port city of Yantai, China.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), there is no evidence to support transmission of the Covid-19 virus associated with food.
However, for the safety of consumers, it is advised that proper food handling practices be observed at all times. As advised by the Department of Health, goods bought from the market must be disinfected with alcohol, or 0.5 percent bleach solution, while fresh food must be washed with clean, running water before storage. Food must also be cooked thoroughly and kept at safe temperatures before consumption.